Clarkson University

Clarkson Professors To Create Assistive & Intelligent Devices For Aging in Place

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Tuesday, January 17, 2023
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Potsdam, NY, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarkson University Professors of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Michael Bazzocchi and Marcias Martinez are working together to develop an Assistive and Intelligent Device Fabrication (AIDFab) facility for aging in place.

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  • Potsdam, NY, Jan. 17, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarkson University Professors of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Michael Bazzocchi and Marcias Martinez are working together to develop an Assistive and Intelligent Device Fabrication (AIDFab) facility for aging in place.
  • There is a critical need for the design and development of new assistive and intelligent devices to promote aging in place.
  • AIDFab will enable 3D modeling, prototyping, fabricating, and testing of new assistive and intelligent devices that promote aging in place.
  • Further, the designs will be publicly disseminated and will help to solve challenges that people face today while aging in place.

REGENXBIO ANNOUNCES SENIOR LEADERSHIP PROMOTIONS

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Monday, January 9, 2023
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They have played critical roles in the evolution of REGENXBIO into a near-commercial stage company.

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  • They have played critical roles in the evolution of REGENXBIO into a near-commercial stage company.
  • These promotions reflect on their contributions to date and their ability to lead the organization as we enter the next phase of growth.
  • Mr. Simpson joined REGENXBIO in 2015 with extensive leadership experience across biopharmaceutical operations, manufacturing, supply chain, research and engineering roles.
  • Prior to joining REGENXBIO, he served as the Regional Supply Chain Head for North America at GlaxoSmithKline plc ("GSK").

Daryl Ludlow Joins JTEC Energy Technical Advisory Board

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Thursday, December 22, 2022
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ATLANTA, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JTEC Energy, Inc. announced that Daryl Ludlow has joined its Technical Advisory Board.

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  • ATLANTA, Dec. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- JTEC Energy, Inc. announced that Daryl Ludlow has joined its Technical Advisory Board.
  • JTEC Energy was formed in 2020 to finish development and commercialize the JTEC device, a cleantech energy invention by Dr. Lonnie Johnson that converts waste heat into electricity more efficiently than any machine in history.
  • "Daryl Ludlow has established himself as one of the foremost hydrogen experts," said JTEC CEO Mike McQuary.
  • Led by Mike McQuary, JTEC Energy was spun off from Johnson Research & Development to fully develop and commercialize the JTEC device.

Space Force Awards Three Contracts to Ombra and Partner Clarkson University

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Monday, December 12, 2022
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Potsdam, NY, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarkson University Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Michael Bazzocchi has been awarded three U.S. Space Force STTR subcontracts with Ombra worth $254,416 as part of the first SpaceWERX Space Prime effort, Orbital Prime.

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  • Potsdam, NY, Dec. 12, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clarkson University Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Michael Bazzocchi has been awarded three U.S. Space Force STTR subcontracts with Ombra worth $254,416 as part of the first SpaceWERX Space Prime effort, Orbital Prime.
  • "The Space Force currently tracks more than 40,000 objects in space, only about 5,000 of which are active satellites," says Space Force General David D. Thompson, vice chief of space operations.
  • Since 2018, Ombra has worked on numerous technology projects for the DOD including for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Space Force, Special Operations Forces and more.
  • More information at: https://ombra.us
    The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) is the primary scientific research and development center for the Department of the Air Force and United States Space Force.

Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Adds Experienced Environmental Stewardship Executive

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Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 8, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Clayton, Dubilier & Rice announced today the appointment of Lori Butler as Director of Environmental Stewardship, a newly created position to help the Firm's portfolio companies build value through environmental strategies.

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  • She will also coordinate closely with CD&R's internal ESG team on broader CD&R climate and environmental strategies.
  • Ms. Butler has more than two decades of experience planning and executing large-scale environmental change initiatives across diverse geographies and businesses.
  • "I am thrilled to help accelerate the Firm's momentum on environmental stewardship and drive outcomes that matter in the future."
  • Founded in 1978, Clayton, Dubilier & Rice is a private investment firm.

Clarkson University Launches New MS in Construction Engineering Management

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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In launching its new Master of Science in Construction Engineering Management (MSCEM), Clarkson University leaders considered many factors, but two striking statistics made it clear the time was now for this program.

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  • In launching its new Master of Science in Construction Engineering Management (MSCEM), Clarkson University leaders considered many factors, but two striking statistics made it clear the time was now for this program.
  • Second, national data show that by 2026 there will be an 11.1% increase in the demand for construction engineering managers.
  • We couldnt be launching this program at a more apt time, says Professor and Director of the Construction Engineering Management Program, Erik C. Backus.
  • The top Engineering News-Record ranked construction firm, Turner Construction Company, CEO Peter J. Davoren said, we are deepening our relationship with Clarkson University to better prepare students to go into construction management or engineering, we think this is one of the most important things we do.

Current Biologics names chief executive

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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CINCINNATI, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The board of Current Biologics has selected Tom Hochuli as chief executive officer of the startup company, which is focused on providing cell and gene therapy manufacturing and development services to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Current Biologics was established as a joint venture of Cincinnati Children's and CTI Clinical Trial & Consulting Services.

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  • CINCINNATI, Sept. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The board of Current Biologics has selected Tom Hochuli as chief executive officer of the startup company, which is focused on providing cell and gene therapy manufacturing and development services to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.
  • Current Biologics was established as a joint venture of Cincinnati Children's and CTI Clinical Trial & Consulting Services.
  • Current Biologics will extend Cincinnati Children's gene therapy expertise to other companies and academic centers.
  • "His expertise will guide Current Biologics as the company recruits talent and builds a state-of-the-art current Good Manufacturing Practice facility capable of producing multiple vectors for cell and gene therapy research.

Semiconductor Research Corporation invites Cardea to be part of defining how to integrate biology with electronics

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Thursday, August 25, 2022
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SRC President and CEO, Dr. Todd Younkin , states, "With Cardea, we're seeing a commercial electronics company that are truly the pioneers in biocompatible semiconductors.

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  • SRC President and CEO, Dr. Todd Younkin , states, "With Cardea, we're seeing a commercial electronics company that are truly the pioneers in biocompatible semiconductors.
  • The electronics community, as a whole, will benefit greatly from Cardea sharing their experiences, so we're really excited to have them on board in this project."
  • "Early in my career when I interacted with the electronics community, nanotechnology was seen as something interesting but academic.
  • And now being invited to being part of setting the standards for both graphene in electronics and connecting semiconductors with biology.

Crowley Names Bob Karl as Senior Vice President and GM of Wind Services

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley has appointed Bob Karl as senior vice president and general manager of the company's new business unit, Crowley Wind Services. As Crowley elevates the scope of its offerings in wind energy, Karl will lead the company's wind services team in the strategic development and expansion of services to support the emerging sector.

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  • Crowley appoints senior vice president and general manager of its new business unit, Crowley Wind Services.
  • JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Crowley has appointed Bob Karl as senior vice president and general manager of the company's new business unit, Crowley Wind Services.
  • As Crowley elevates the scope of its offerings in wind energy, Karl will lead the company's wind services team in the strategic development and expansion of services to support the emerging sector.
  • As a global ship owner-operator and services provider with more than 130 years of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, the company serves customers in 36 nations and island territories through five business units: Crowley Logistics , Crowley Shipping , Crowley Solutions , Crowley Fuels and Crowley Wind Services .

First Chicago Insurance Company Appoints Mark Bissonette to Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting

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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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BEDFORD PARK, Ill., July 26, 2022   /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First Chicago Insurance Company' s (FCIC) Commercial division recently appointed Mark Bissonette as the new Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting. Bissonette joins FCIC from IAT Insurance Group, where he served as Underwriting Director. Bissonette brings with him 35+ years of experience in the insurance industry, eight of those years having been in management. He is an accomplished and highly regarded industry leader with a proven record of success. Amongst his accomplishments, Mark has been able to take start-up or struggling operations/territories, and in a short window of time, achieved significant growth results for carriers of the likes of Crum & Forster, Ironshore, Colony Specialty and IAT. Bissonette is a graduate of Clarkson University where he earned his Bachelor of Science, Management & Marketing degree.

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  • New Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting, Mark Bissonette, joins expanding FCIC Commercial lines division.
  • BEDFORD PARK, Ill., July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- First Chicago Insurance Company' s (FCIC) Commercial division recently appointed Mark Bissonette as the new Vice President Commercial Lines Underwriting.
  • Lisa Cordero, Vice President, Commercial Operations, FCIC commented, "FCIC is a forward-thinking, customer focused insurance provider that has built a commercial auto division which provides creative insurance solutions to help meet our customer's needs.
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